Hemisection—Corrective Endodontic Surgery: A Case Report

The removal or separation of a mandibular molar root along with a portion of the crown is called hemisection.This treatment option is appropriate when there is irreparable decay, resorption, perforation, or periodontal damage limited to one root while the other root remains healthy.Hemisection helps preserve the tooth attachment apparatus and surrounding bone, and may aid in the placement of a fixed prosthesis.In this case report, hemisection was successfully done to save pressure-induced resorption of the distal root of the mandibular second molar.The combination of hemisection and prosthetic rehabilitation resulted in a satisfactory outcome.Through careful planning and precise surgical management, the negative consequences of tooth loss can be avoided.